Every year, our school holds an annual Meet Each Need with Dignity (MEND) drive, during which students are encouraged to donate as many canned goods as possible to help out families in need. 646 more words

Life is full of decisions, from the moment we wake up to when we close our eyes at night. Each of the choices we make every day has a lasting impact on not just our lives, but the lives of those around us as well. 499 more words

‘Tis the season to go shopping, wrap presents, and attend all of the holiday parties. Many will hop on airplanes to make the journey home to celebrate with family, face the snow ridden roads, go over the river and through the woods, just to get to grandmothers house. 821 more words

Every year, roughly 400,000 children throughout America are put into the foster care system and given trash bags in which to gather their belongings. My Saturday night was spent with friends as we decorated duffels and filled the bags for those children. 191 more words